No building which has been damaged by any cause whatsoever to the extent of more than 50% of the fair market value of the building immediately prior to damage shall be restored except in conformity with the regulations of this chapter, and all rights as a nonconforming use are terminated. If a building is damaged by less than 50% of the fair market value, it may be repaired or reconstructed and used as before the time of damage, provided that the repairs or reconstruction be substantially completed within 12 months of the date of the damage.
(Ord. passed 7-23-2002)